March weather forecast
Perkins, IA

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Weather in March

March, the first month of the spring in Perkins, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Temperature

Perkins, Iowa, witnesses a significant increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of March, rising from February's subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). In the month of March, Perkins witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in March in Perkins is 76%.

Rainfall

In Perkins, in March, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Perkins, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117.7 days and collects up to 21.42" (544mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Perkins. In Perkins, in March, during 6.8 snowfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Perkins, there are 43.5 snowfall days, and 15.91" (404mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Perkins, the average length of the day in March is 11h and 58min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of March, in Perkins, Iowa, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from CDT to CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in March is 6.2h.

UV index

In March, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In March, the UV index of 3 transforms into the following advice:
Preventative actions are necessary - The mandate to avoid skin and eye damage is in place. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Perkins in March?

During March, Perkins experiences an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

What is the average humidity in March in Perkins?

The average relative humidity in March is 76%.

How many days does it rain in March in Perkins?

In Perkins, during March, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in March in Perkins?

In March, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout March, 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Perkins have in March?

In Perkins, the average day length in March is 11h and 58min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in March in Perkins?

On the first day of March, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 6:14 pm CST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 7:50 pm CDT.

When does Daylight Saving Time (DST) start in March in Perkins?

On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts in Perkins, and the time zone changes from CST to CDT. DST ends Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am.

How long on average sun shines in March in Perkins?

The average sunshine duration in March in Perkins is 6.2h.

How high is the UV index in March in Perkins?

In Perkins, the average daily maximum UV index in March is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in March
Perkins, IA

Average temperature in March - Perkins, IA
  • Average high temperature in March: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in March: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10.6°F).

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Average pressure in March
Perkins, IA

Average pressure in March - Perkins, IA
  • Average pressure in March: 30.07"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.86"Hg).

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Average wind speed in March
Perkins, IA

Average wind speed in March - Perkins, IA
  • Average wind speed in March: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).

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Average humidity in March
Perkins, IA

Average humidity in March - Perkins, IA
  • Average humidity in March: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in March
Perkins, IA

Average rainfall in March - Perkins, IA
  • Average rainfall in March: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.35").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.67").

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Average rainfall days in March
Perkins, IA

Average rainfall days in March - Perkins, IA
  • Average rainfall days in March: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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Average snowfall in March
Perkins, IA

Average snowfall in March - Perkins, IA
  • Average snowfall in March: 2.68"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in March
Perkins, IA

Average snowfall days in March - Perkins, IA
  • Average snowfall days in March: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Perkins, IA

Average daylight in March / Average sunshine in March - Perkins, IA
  • Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in March: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in March
Perkins, IA

Average sunshine days in March - Perkins, IA
  • Average sunshine days in March: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in March
Perkins, IA

Average UV index in March - Perkins, IA
  • Average UV index in March: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in March
Perkins, IA

Average cloud cover in March - Perkins, IA
  • Average cloud cover in March: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in March
Perkins, IA

Average visibility in March - Perkins, IA
  • Average visibility in March: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (5mi).

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